eta/DYNAFORM divides the screen into six distinct regions. As illustrated in Figure 1.4.1, the regions are used to receive input or list messages. The six regions are described below:
1. DISPLAY AREA
Show models and graphs.
2. MENU BAR
Display commands and command options.
3. ICON BAR
Provide the user easy access to the most commonly used functions of eta/DYNAFORM.
4. DIALOG WINDOW DISPLAY
Once the user selects a command from the MENU BAR, a corresponding dialog window with the appropriate functions is displayed in this area.
5. DISPLAY OPTIONS
Display Control option is used to control the display of the model. This group of commands will be displayed during an eta/DYNAFORM session.
6. MESSAGE PROMPT AREA
Display the eta/DYNAFORM comments and messages.
Figure 1.4.1 Interface of eta/DYNAFORM